Shift Maintenance Engineer in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk

Energy Jobline CVL; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy recruitment platform is seeking a skilled Engineering Technician for a shift-based role. This position involves maintaining machinery, troubleshooting systems, and ensuring smooth operations within a dynamic engineering team. Candidates should possess an ONC/HNC in Engineering and have experience in technical problem-solving. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000 per annum and a structured shift schedule.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £55,000

Up to 10% pension contribution

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Structured rotating shift schedule

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Proven track record in technical problem solving and fault diagnosis.
• Experience in a lean operational environment.
• Understanding of hazards in complex industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems.
• Record engineering activities in CMMS.

Skills

Technical problem solving

Fault diagnosis

Continuous improvement

Collaborative work

Education

ONC / HNC in Engineering

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

We are looking for a skilled Engineering Technician to join a shift-based mechanical and electrical team, supporting process operations and maintenance activities across a 24/7 site. You will be part of a dynamic engineering team, reporting to the Engineering Lead and working closely with the shift performance manager to ensure the smooth running of the site. This role operates on a “Panama 2” / 2-2-3 shift pattern, a 28-day rotating schedule with 12-hour shifts. The sequence is: two days on, two days off, three days on, two days off, two days on, and three days off, rotating between days and nights each cycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance work on machinery and equipment, including packaging, milling, and product handling systems, as well as site infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and perform practical fault finding on plant, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Install, commission, and modify plant and equipment as required.
• Perform planned inspection routes and proactive maintenance on process plant.
• Record all engineering activities accurately in the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Requirements

• Proven track record in technical problem solving, fault diagnosis, maintenance, and continuous improvement.
• Experience working in a lean operational environment, ideally FMCG or similar.
• Experience working in operational teams with varying disciplines and skill levels.
• ONC / HNC in Engineering, supported by a recognised apprenticeship.
• Understanding of hazards and controls in complex industrial environments, particularly food/feed production.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, balancing urgent and important tasks effectively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £55,000 per annum.
• Up to 10% pension contribution.
• 25 days annual leave plus all bank holidays.
• Structured 28-day rotating shift schedule with clear day/night rotation.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive, inclusive environment where professional development is encouraged.
• Exposure to a wide range of mechanical and electrical engineering systems in a high-performing team.

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